Back to school guide: mobile phones

Grab a back to school bargain as we roundup the best phones for students

The latest Internet-capable smartphones are a great study tool if used wisely.

These days a smartphone is a must-have for many students, whether they go high school, college, TAFE or university. We've rounded up some of the best phones for students, from basic budget offerings like the Android-powered Huawei IDEOS U8150 to the waterproof Motorola Defy, and the ever-popular Apple iPhone 4.

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Samsung Omnia 7

Windows Phone 7 smartphones may be extremely similar, but the Samsung Omnia 7 manages to stick its head above the pack thanks to its gorgeous Super AMOLED display and an excellent design. If you're in the market for a Windows Phone 7 smartphone, the Omnia 7 should be at the top of your list.

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  • 21st Oct., 2010
  • Ross Catanzariti
  • Samsung
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  • Pros:
  • 4in Super AMOLED display, excellent fit and finish, attractive industrial-style design
  • Cons:
  • Only 8GB of internal memory, no camera lens cover, Now hub offers nothing compelling, hard to record steady video footage

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